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Let"s Talk Comics

Comic creator interviews beamed directly into your ears. Learn the ins and out of the comics industry from those trying to break in, are already in, and have been in the business for a while. Host Jim Viscardi (VP of Business Development at Image Comics) has over 15 years of experience in the business and is your guide on this journey of inspiration, reflection and motivation for one of the greatest American art forms in history, comic books. Let"s Talk Comics logo designed by Adam Barnhardt

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46:03

Brett Bean Talks D'ORC and Making the Comics He...

Let"s Talk Comics ·

2026/01/08

We're kicking off the new year of Let's Talk Comics with creator Brett Bean. Brett joins the show to talk about the long road that led him back to comics. He shares how working in video games, animation, and other creative industries helped shape his approach, and why he ultimately chose to start over and focus on the medium he always loved most. We talk a lot about process and treating art like problem solving instead of waiting around for inspiration. We also dig into Brett's new Image Comics

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01:11:01

Tyler Kirkham Talks Pressing Start on the Ride From...

Let"s Talk Comics ·

2025/10/23

In this episode of Let’s Talk Comics, we sit down Tyler Kirkham to talk about his path from small-town Utah to the Top Cow bullpen, breaking into comics right out of high school, and leveling up into a powerhouse career with DC and Marvel. Tyler opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped him, how he rebuilt his creative process after burnout, and what inspired him to go all-in on Final Boss, his high-octane, video game-fueled project at Image Comics.

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01:20:57

Rob Liefeld Talks Bringing Youngblood Back to Image...

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2025/10/07

Rob Liefeld changed comics forever when Youngblood hit in 1992, and now, more than 30 years later, he’s back writing and drawing the book that helped define the Image Comics revolution. We dig into what Youngblood meant then, why it still matters today, and how it feels to bring the team back home to Image. Rob opens up about process, independence, legacy, and the raw creative energy that made Youngblood a phenomenon, and why the same spirit is driving a new generation of creators right now.

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01:02:42

Frank Barbiere Talks His Image Comics Return With The...

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2025/09/05

Frank Barbiere first turned heads at Image Comics with Five Ghosts, and now he’s back with his most ambitious series yet, The Author Immortal. We dive into Frank’s path from breaking in at Image to making the jump into video games, how those experiences shaped his writing today, and why this new metafictional fantasy is the story he’s been building toward for years.

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01:06:35

Jason Fabok Talks Building the World of Rook: Exodus...

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2025/09/02

Jason Fabok joins the show to talk all things ROOK: EXODUS. You’ve seen his cinematic, larger-than-life art on Justice League and Batman: Three Jokers, but now, as part of Ghost Machine, he’s building something original and massive. We dig into his journey, his partnership with Geoff Johns, the worldbuilding and fan reaction to the first arc, and what’s coming in the second as the series expands with new characters, darker turns, and even bigger stakes.

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58:23

David Finch Talks the Making of Skinbreaker with...

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2025/08/15

Legendary comic book artist David Finch joins Let’s Talk Comics to talk about his long-awaited new project with Robert Kirkman, Skinbreaker. We dig into how the project came together, what it’s like building a brand-new world from the ground up, and the challenges (and rewards) of working in an oversized format. David also shares stories from his early days at Top Cow, his evolution through Marvel and DC, lessons from working with other writers, and how discipline has fueled his decades-long career

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50:32

James Tynion IV on 5 Years of The Department of Truth

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2025/08/14

Fan favorite writer James Tynion IV joins the Let’s Talk Comics podcast to celebrate five years of The Department of Truth, his critically acclaimed Image Comics series with artist Martin Simmonds. We dig into James' origin story breaking into comics with Scott Snyder, to launching The Department of Truth in 2020 and so much more. James takes us behind the scenes of the brand-new Department of Truth #0, a perfect new reader friendly entry point for the series that redefines the stakes, and

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01:01:41

Si Spurrier Talks Sweaty Crimes, Strange Worlds, and...

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2025/06/27

Writer Si Spurrier joins Let’s Talk Comics to talk about his new Image series The Voice Said Kill, a gritty, surreal crime story set deep in the Louisiana bayou. We get into the challenges of switching back and forth from work-for-hire to creator-owned, what it takes to build a story that sticks with readers, and how the right artist can completely change how a book feels. We also dig into Step by Bloody Step, how writing a silent comic pushed his process in new directions, and why he keeps chasing

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01:06:07

Maytal Zchut Talks Ghost Machine, Devour, Sisterhood...

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2025/06/05

In this episode of Let’s Talk Comics, Maytal Zchut joins the show. Maytal is the writer of the powerful one-shot Devour and the upcoming miniseries Sisterhood from our friends over at Ghost Machine. Maytal opens up about her jump from television writing to comics, the deeply personal roots behind her stories, and what it’s like learning a new medium while writing emotionally resonant horror in the creator-owned space. We dig into collaboration, character building, writing through tough days, and

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01:10:05

Chris Condon Talks News From The Fallout, Texas Crime...

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2025/05/23

Chris Condon joins the show to talk about his new Image Comics series News from the Fallout which is a black-and-white sci-fi horror epic set during a nuclear test gone wrong in 1960s Nevada. We dive deep into how the book evolved over a decade, why he wanted Jeffrey Alan Love on art, and what it means to build a comic that feels more like a surreal experience than a traditional genre piece. We also rewind to Chris’s early days breaking into comics with That Texas Blood, how he randomly found Jacob

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01:03:52

Ryan Ottley Talks Battle Beast, Invincible, and What...

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2025/05/13

In this episode, Ryan Ottley dives into the return of Battle Beast and what makes the character tick. Spoiler, it's mythic rage, tragic purpose, and a relentless hunger for meaning through combat. We talk about how the project came together, how it expands the Invincible universe into bold new genres, and why this might be Ottley’s most personal work yet. We also dig into his long-running friendship with Robert Kirkman, what it's like building a visual language for ultraviolence with emotional

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01:33:16

Michael Walsh Talks Exquisite Corpses, The Silver...

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2025/04/17

In this episode of Let’s Talk Comics, Jim Viscardi sits down with Eisner-winning artist and writer Michael Walsh to dive into his ever-evolving career and the creator-owned magic he's making at Image Comics. From the genre-defining horror anthology The Silver Coin to the blood-soaked thrill ride that is Exquisite Corpses, Walsh has emerged as one of comics’ most versatile and visionary storytellers. We go deep on: How The Silver Coin was built to showcase an artist-led shared universe Why

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01:04:01

Aubrey Sitterson Talks Free Planet, Comics with a...

Let"s Talk Comics ·

2025/04/08

This week on Let's Talk Comics, writer Aubrey Sitterson joins the show to talk about his Image Comics debut, Free Planet (with artist Jed Dougherty). Free Planet isn’t just another space opera comic, it’s a story about freedom and the sacrifices it demands. Aubrey breaks down how the book came together, what drives its message, and why joy, anger, and hope can all live on the same page. We also talk about his path from working as an editor to writing creator-owned books and how his ideology shows

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01:31:48

Sanford Greene Talks Bitter Root: The Next Movement,...

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2025/02/27

On this episode of Let's Talk Comics, I sit down with Sanford Greene, co-creator and artist of Bitter Root. Sanford, David F. Walker and Chuck Brown are bringing the family back together in Bitter Root: The Next Movement and so I just had to talk to Sanford about returning to that world, what fans can expect and how he got to this point. We also five into his journey into comics, some of his early struggles, and how he developed his style. A must listen for fans of his work!

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01:39:27

Matthew Rosenberg Talks We're Taking Everyone Down...

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2025/02/21

On this episode of Let's Talk Comics, I chat with writer Matthew Rosenberg to dive deep into his indie comics roots, his love of comics and his journey to Image. From his early work with books like 4 Kids Walk Into a Bank through his DC & Marvel work, to arriving at Image, Matt's story is one for the ages. He talks about how his admiration for Image shaped his career goals, his first pitch to Image and the creative risks that led to What's The Furthest Place From Here?. Plus, he's got a new book

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26:45

A Real Bug Expert Talks Bug Wars with Jason Aaron!

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2025/02/12

In this special bonus episode of Let's Talk Comics, we're bringing you a conversation that's as fascinating as it is unexpected! Jason Aaron (Bug Wars, Thor, Scalped) is back on the show but this time with entomologist Dr. Adrian Smith, an expert in insect behavior, to dive deep into the real-world inspirations behind Bug Wars. The two of them explore the brutal, cooperative, and downright alien nature of insects, from deadly beetle battles to ant warfare, and how those elements shape the world of

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01:17:56

Mahmud Asrar talks Bug Wars, Conan and Finding His Style

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2025/02/11

In this episode of Let's Talk Comics, Mahmud Asrar joins the show on the eve of his new big Image Comics release, Bug Wars (with Jason Aaron). Mahmud was part of the creator class that came up through an online community called Digital Webbing before breaking out with his first published series , Dynamo 5, with Jay Ferber. From there he went on to do a bunch of big titles at Marvel & DC including a long stint in the X-Men world, Conan & Supergirl. We also dive into his creative process, the

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01:33:30

Marjorie Liu talks Monstress, Marvel Comics and Going...

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2025/01/30

Marjorie Liu is a creator I've admired for a very long time. This week she joins the show to talk about how she discovered comics through X-Men: The Animated Series and how her love of storytelling and reading led her to a career writing novels and eventually comics (all after graduating from law school). Her insight into her writing process, especially with how she approaches Monstress, is a must listen for anyone working in the creative field. How she balances the epicness of her creator owned

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01:55:41

Kyle Higgins talks Radiant Black, The Massive-Verse,...

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2025/01/27

It's a MASSIVE sized episode this week and considering who my guest is, you're going to be in for a great time. Kyle Higgins has shaped some of the most beloved characters in comics and has created a whole slew of his very own. From breaking into the industry with DC and Marvel to creating his own universe with the Massive-Verse at Image Comics, Kyle shares stories about redefining iconic characters like Nightwing, resurrecting the Power Rangers franchise, and the passion and challenges behind his

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01:25:19

Jason Aaron Talks Bug Wars, Scalped, Superheroes &...

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2025/01/16

Jason Aaron has built a career that will stand the test of time in our world of comics. A master storyteller, Jason has redefined iconic characters across multiple superhero universes while creating acclaimed original works like Scalped and Southern Bastards. In this episode, we dive into his journey, from his early days breaking into the industry to the launch of his latest creator-owned project at Image Comics, Bug Wars, with artist Mahmud Asrar. As always, we explore what fuels his creative fire

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